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FINER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 2015 BEAUTIFUL HOMES FROM FINE & COUNTRY ...FOR A FINER LIFE ISSUE 1 2015 THE WATERSIDE WOW FACTOR CLOSE TO MAIDSTONE IS A SOMEWHAT UNIQUE WATERSIDE PROPERTY IN PURSUIT OF PERFECTION PGA CATALUNYA RESORT IS ARGUABLY ONE OF EUROPE’S FINEST EQUESTRIAN SPLENDOUR A SUPERB EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY IN LINCOLNSHIRE IS EXPLORED

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Local Expertise,National Presence,International Audience Our international activities are co-ordinated from our showroom in Park Lane, Mayfair, London and in over300 locations worldwide. We combine the international market with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country Head Offi ce, 119-121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 7AGTel: +44 (0)20 7079 1515 | Email: admin@fi neandcountry.com | Web: www.fi neandcountry.com

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BEAUTIFUL HOMES FROM F INE & COUNTRY . . . FOR A F INER L I FE

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THE WATERSIDE WOW FACTOR

CLOSE TO MAIDSTONE IS A SOMEWHATUNIQUE WATERSIDE PROPERTY

IN PURSUITOF PERFECTIONPGA CATALUNYA RESORT IS ARGUABLYONE OF EUROPE’S FINEST

EQUESTRIAN SPLENDOUR

A SUPERB EQUESTRIAN PROPERTYIN LINCOLNSHIRE IS EXPLORED

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THE

FINE & COUNTRY

GOLD CUP

Reserve your complimentary ticket at www.fi neandcountry.com/polo

Experience the power, passion and grace of polo at oneof Great Britain’s greatest sporting and social venues.

Sunday 5th July11am-5pm

Dallas Burston Polo ClubNr Royal Leamington Spa

WATERSIDELIVING

For sea lovers,breakfast by the lakeor a stroll by the river

For more information on waterside propertiesor for a free valuation, please contact us on+44 (0)20 7079 1515 or admin@fi neandcountry.comwww.fi neandcountry.com/waterside-property

We help you fi nd your perfect home by the water

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WELCOME

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S O U T H E R N H A M P S H I R E A N D E M S W O R T H

Fine & Country South-East Hampshire

141 Havant Road

Drayton

Hampshire

PO6 2AA

T: 023 93 277 277

E: [email protected]

www.fineandcountry.com/uk/south-east-hampshire

Fine & Country Emsworth

‘Trafalgar House’

37 North Street

Emsworth

Hampshire

PO10 7DA

T: 01243 487969

E: [email protected]

[email protected]/uk/emsworth

COLIN SHAIRPMANAGING DIRECTOR

CERT RES EA FNAEA FARLA AGPEA

Fine & Country South-East Hampshire and Emsworth continues to thrive, specialising in selling prime residential properties extending from the New Forest in the west to Petersfield in the north, Portsmouth and Southsea in the south and far as Climping in West Sussex to the east, encompassing all the beautiful historic towns and villages around the area.

Our success is firmly rooted in our combination of expert property professionals with a local knowledge and a widespread exposure of our properties to the international marketplace. Although we market regionally through the Chichester Observer, Hampshire Chronicle, Petersfield Post and the Portsmouth Property Today, we believe that marketing in such close proximity to where the property is situated is simply not enough. Widening the net for potential buyers on a national and international level is essential for an Estate Agency that truly wants to demonstrate its ability to attract the maximum audience for a property. We use all the major property portals (over 480) which are available to us and have a global network of Fine & Country offices in more than 300 locations worldwide.

This incorporates 11 different countries, spanning 5 continents and of course our impressive Park Lane office in central London is a jewel in the crown.

We operate at the higher level of the market, which enables us to give each property the special attention it needs to attract the right kind of buyer. Our clients never miss out on local advertising with our extensive coverage, but in practice the majority of ‘out of area buyers’ have initially been attracted by homes advertised in The Sunday Times, Saturday Telegraph and Evening Standard.

Surprisingly the current market has been more buoyant for selling top quartile properties despite the traditional down turn over the Christmas period, sales are up year on year.

So if you are thinking of moving in the near future, or indeed, if you already have your property for sale with no buyers in sight, then you really have nothing to lose by talking to us.

We will be delighted to meet with you and provide you with an objective appraisal as to the saleability of your home. There would of course, be no obligation on your part to take things further, but we are sure that once you have met our experts, you will be convinced of the value in using Fine & Country South-East Hampshire and Emsworth.

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Colin Shairp is well known in the Portsmouth area, where he's been an estate agent for over 29 years. He worked his way up from junior negotiator, and went on to build up and own the area's largest agency, with several branches. Colin saw the market need for a Fine & Country branch, sold his original business, and captured a substantial market share in his first few months trading as Fine & Country Southern Hampshire. He was Chairman of the Solent Region of the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) (2007 to 2011), a member of the NAEA Members Advisory Forum, he is currently an affiliate of the Portsmouth Property Association (PPA) a Fellow of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (FARLA), a member of The Hampshire Association of Estate Agents (HAEA) an Associate of The Guild of Professional Estate Agents (GPEA), Fellow of National Association of Estate Agents (FNAEA) and on the Fine & Country National Advisory Council (NAC) as well as working as a consultant Estate Agency Trainer.

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8A F I N E Y E A R

THE LATEST NEWS, EVENTS AND

HAPPENINGS IN THE WORLD OF

FINE & COUNTRY.

C O N T E N T S

10P R O P E R T Y H I G H L I G H T

WHILE GARDENS EXUDE THEIR OWN ELEMENTS OF

CHARM, MICHAELA WHITE FINDS SOME IMPRESSIVE

WINTER ENCLAVES.

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12E Q U E S T R I A N S P L E N D O U R

IN THE MEDIEVAL ENVIRONS OF THREEKINGHAM, HORSES ARE NOT OUT OF PLACE.

MICHAELA WHITE EXPLORES A SUPERB EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY IN LINCOLNSHIRE.

32G O L F – I N P U R S U I T

O F P E R F E C T I O NDANIEL PRICE EXPLORES PGA CATALUNYA RESORT,

ARGUABLY ONE OF EUROPE’S FINEST.

36T H E W A T E R S I D E

W O W F A C T O RCLOSE TO MAIDSTONE IS A SOMEWHAT UNIQUE WATERSIDE PROPERTY.

THE FORMAL MILL BOASTS A MILL POND AND FUNCTIONAL WATER

WHEEL. MICHAELA WHITE HEADS TO KENT.

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MEET THE TEAMS O U T H H A M P S H I R E A N D E M S W O R T H O F F I C E S

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P R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N TAnne-Marie has been an estate agent, operating at the upper end of the market in Hampshire for the past 19 years. She led and managed the residential operation in Winchester of a renowned international property business, before launching the Fine & Country brand in Hampshire. Over the years, she has gained an outstanding reputation as a provider of high-quality client care and creative, bespoke marketing strategies.

D R A Y T O N O F F I C E

H I L A R Y L A N D E Y

P R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T - A G P E AHilary Landey joined the team in April 2010 after starting her career in 1996 within a corporate agency in the area. She has worked throughout Hampshire and has a wealth of customer services, sales and lettings experience. Hilary is also recorded in the top 50 staff on the UK’s largest Estate Agency rating and review website.

A L B E R T Z A R B - C O U S I N

P R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T - A G P E AAlbert has a wealth of experience in estate agency, starting locally in 1975 and reached the top of his profession as Regional Manager of eleven branches. He has a reputation for giving an honest opinion and developing lasting relationships with clients. He joined our established Fine & Country team in January this year and has already proven through his honesty and integrity that he fits in perfectly to the already formed and established business.

C L A I R E R A Y P R O P E R T Y

C O N S U L T A N T – A G P E A Claire Ray joined Town and Country in July 2014 after starting her career Estate Agency career in 2000 in the area. She has worked throughout Hampshire and has a wealth of managerial, customer services and sales experience. Claire completed her GPEA Estate Agency qualification and prides herself on delivering a high quality honest service (allagents.co.uk)

S A R A H M I T C H E L L

P R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T - A G P E ASarah Mitchell also has experience in the local area, and joined MD Colin Shairp's previous company in December 2007 after working for a local competitor. When he decided to open the new Fine & Country branch, she moved with Colin to launch the new office, and has proven herself to be both a sales and lettings expert. Sarah is recorded in the top 50 staff on the UK’s largest Estate Agency rating and review website.

E M S W O R T H O F F I C E

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For more information or for a free valuation please contact the Fine & Country Head Office on +44 (0)20 7079 1515 or email [email protected]

Your property seen worldwide

Advertise your property to millions of potential buyers across the globe

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NEWS2014 was a fine year for Fine & Country, with the opening of 42 offices, as well as the launch of a new department, Fine & Country Golf, and the creation of the Fine & Country Foundation. Fine & Country now has offices in more than 300 locations worldwide. In the UK, offices opened in areas including Bristol, Fulham, Padstow and Nottingham, and internationally, offices have opened in Russia, Portugal, Dubai and South Africa. Fine & Country’s international presence was further strengthened by the launch of Fine & Country Golf, with strategic partnerships with Troon Golf and European Tour Properties allowing for marketing and selling properties from an exclusive portfolio of elite golf developments around the globe. “The new venture represents an exciting step for Fine & Country. This is the first time we have specialised in golf real estate. We are seeing more people interested in not just buying a property but buying their dream lifestyle,” comments Robert O’Brien, Head of Fine & Country Golf. Fine & Country has also grown in terms of its charitable endeavours. The Fine & Country Foundation was launched to help combat one of the largest social issues in the UK – homelessness. Malcolm Lindley, Managing Director of Fine & Country and a Trustee for the Foundation has set a goal of raising £1,000,000 in the first year.

A fine year

“We as a network have a social responsibility to help others and by combining the charitable efforts within the network, we can achieve great things,” Malcolm explains. Fine & Country has even bigger plans for 2015, with exciting new developments already in the pipeline.

Fine & Country are extremely pleased to announce the opening of Fine & Country Chiado in February 2015. Located in the heart of Lisbon, Fine & Country Chiado joins the network of estate agents in over 300 locations worldwide, representing the brand’s expansion in Portugal.

The new office specialises in the marketing, promotion and sale of luxury residential and tourist real estate in the areas of Greater Lisbon and Cascais and Estoril. They also focus on the promotion of the Portugal Golden Residency Permit to non-EU

Portuguese plansnationals who are required to purchase a property in excess of €500,000 to qualify. Fine & Country Chiado, Lisbon deals with the luxury end of the market in Chiado, Principe Real, the Baixa and Lapa. This includes individual villas and penthouse apartments ranging from €1,000,000 – €4,000,000, all within easy reach of the historic centre.

Owners of the business, Charles Roberts and Nuno Durão, are launching the office in the wake of two successful years for Fine & Country Portugal. “The market has been very good for the past two years. This was primarily driven by the Golden Residency Permit and Portugal’s Non Habitual Residence Tax Laws that permit foreign applicants to have zero taxation on their pension and investment income,” says Durao.

“The Fine & Country brand is becoming more established in Portugal every day with large offices in Estoril, Lisbon and three offices in the Algarve. We are moving our Lisbon office to bigger and better premises due to the success of the brand. We hope to be opening yet another new office in Comporta (Blue Coast), south of Lisbon, in March 2015 and a second Lisbon office in the latter half of 2015,” adds Roberts.

N E W S

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Foundation achievements

Property predictions for the coming year can be confusing, packed with mixed messages, but 2015 is shaping up to be a promising year, especially for those of us with pension funds in the UK. With new legislation in April 2015 providing the opportunity to release your pension early, property is the perfect way to invest and see returns.

From April this year, the UK Government legislation will allow you to access your non-salary pension before retirement, presenting the perfect opportunity to invest in the lifestyle you deserve. The reality that 25% of the total cashed-in pension will be exempt from tax gives you more money to invest. An added benefit is that you don’t have to be retired to access your full pension. Anyone over the age of 55 will qualify, even if you are still in employment and earning a salary.

Investing in a second home either in the UK or in sunnier climes, offers both personal benefit and potential further income through rental returns. As with any decision to invest in real estate, do your research to ensure the property will be fit for purpose. A second home will be a rewarding way to spend your pension, and if you do your research right, it will be stress free too.

With offices across the globe, Fine & Country can help you invest you retirement money in a property to suit your lifestyle.

Investment advice

Polo aficionados and social-goers prepare – the highly-anticipated Fine & Country Gold Cup will take place on Sunday 5 July at the prestigious Royal Leamington Spa Polo Club, Dallas Burst Polo grounds in Warwickshire. Attracting over 5,000 visitors, the Fine & Country Cup is one of the largest polo events in the UK and attracts polo fans from far and wide. More than a sporting event, the Fine & Country Gold Cup is a great opportunity for family and friends to spend quality time together browsing the shopping village, enjoying fine food from our food court or a picnic on the lawns whilst watching exhilarating polo. Royal Leamington Spa Polo Club, Warwickshire, Sunday 5 July 2015. Reserve your complimentary tickets at:www.fineandcountry.com/polo.

Preparing for polo

Reflecting the goals of the Fine & Country Foundation, a team of eight staff from the Fine & Country Park Lane Head Office took part in Centrepoint’s annual Sleep Out event on 6 November. The event gives those involved an insight into some of the realities of homelessness, including the cold, damp, noise and sleep deprivation in a fundraising exercise that saw the team raise more than £3,000. Centrepoint will use these funds to support young homeless people in the UK and provide housing, education, healthcare and life skills. In addition to the sleep out, the annual Cambridge Christmas Carol Concert, organised by Fine & Country Cambridge, raised more than £1,500 for the Fine & Country Foundation. The money will be shared between three local homeless charities; Wintercomfort, Emmaus and Jimmy’s Cambridge.

The event was held on 8 December at the Cambridge Union Society Debating Chambers. The concert was sponsored by local businesses including Beauwater, Langham Press and Marshall, and Fine & Country Cambridge served guests complimentary mince pies and mulled wine as part of the festivities. The Cambridge Christmas Carol Concert is now in its third year. More than 200 people attended

to enjoy the musical talents of the Fairhaven singers. Under Musical Director Ralph Woodward, the well renowned choir sang a range of traditional Christmas carols including ‘Once in Royal David’s City’,‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ and ‘O Come, All Ye Faithful’.

For more information on The Fine & Country Foundation, see www.fineandcountry.com/foundation

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U K P R O P E R T Y H I G H L I G H T

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WINTER WONDERLANDSet amongst approximately 20 acres is this elegant Grade II Listed period residence retaining a wealth of original features. If the acreage and stunning 17th Century house, architecturally belonging to the Caroline era, are not suffi cient to impress, seek out the gorgeous orangery.

Guide Price: £2,250,000Fine & Country Brookmans ParkEmail: brookmanspark@fi neandcountry.com

If privacy, seclusion and mesmerising coastal views are a priority, this exceptional villa is a fi ne option. The extensive gardens with a heated infi nity swimming pool, Jacuzzi, chiringuito (casual bar) and barbecue area are appealing all year round.

Guide Price: €9,950,000Fine & Country SpainEmail: marbella@fi neandcountry.com

Situated in the hills above Knysna, this beautiful historical manor is a citrus and game estate that represents country life at its best. The winter views onto the stunning Lawn Wood Lake allow you to spot zebra, ostriches and wildebeest in the game camp below.

Guide Price: ZAR 40,000,000Fine & Country South Africa –KnysnaEmail: knysna@fi neandcountry.com

If you can tear your eyes away from the 180 degree coastal views, the stunning outlook of the countryside and cultivated farmland surrounding the villa, you’ll be mesmerised by the lush green winter surrounds here.

Guide Price: €4,995,000 Fine & Country Quinta do LagoEmail: quintadolago@fi neandcountry.com

Another orangery can be found at Clayton Priory, a Grade II Listed home that is a superb example of a classic Regency country house. The formal gardens lying principally to the south of the main house, with stunning views to the South Downs, are delightful.

Guide Price: £3,950,000Fine & Country Brighton and HoveEmail: brightonandhove@fi neandcountry.com

3. La Zagaleta Golf & Country Club, Marbella, Spain

4. Hassocks, West Sussex

5. Vilamoura, Algarve, Portugal

2. Rheenendal, Knysna, Western Cape

1. Manor House in Northaw, Hertfordshire

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WHILE GARDENS IN THE COLDER MONTHS LACK THE BULBS OF SPRING AND THE RIOT

OF SUMMER BLOOMS, THEY OFTEN EXUDE THEIR OWN ELEMENTS OF CHARM.

MICHAELA WHITE FINDS SOME IMPRESSIVE WINTER ENCLAVES.

Situated in one of only two private Domaines in Cannes, this magnifi cent villa is a short hop from the centre of the city, yet the surrounding 5,700 square metres of lush private parkland offer total privacy and tranquillity throughout the year.

Guide Price: €25,000,000Fine & Country CannesEmail: cannes@fi neandcountry.com

This lavish private estate with Moorish style architecture is nestled in the hills overlooking the coast. The lower level of the impressive mature gardens includes a swimming pool, a summer house, a Gazebo and a landscaped lake.

Guide Price: €15,000,000 Fine & Country Spain Email: marbella@fi neandcountry.com

This private game reserve in the heart of the Eastern Cape is the perfect winter hideaway, covering 5,201 hectares. The well-stocked game farm has an Afro-Colonial style main lodge gazing over the reserve, which is encompassed by a range of mountains.

Guide Price: ZAR 45,000,000 Fine & Country Plettenberg BayEmail: [email protected]

The garden at this glorious property consists of 1,600 square metres planted over a period of 200 years with a diverse collection of over 60 palms, a 300 year old Lebanese cedar and magnifi cent Jacaranda. Add to this the original glass-covered Victorian winter garden and this Cote d’Azur oasis is peerless.

Guide Price: €4,500,000Fine & Country CannesEmail: cannes@fi neandcountry.com

Garden views don’t get much better than having a National Park in your backyard. This unique property is set in 7 hectares inside the Ria Formosa National Park near Tavira and boasts a plethora of coastal shrubs.

POAFine & Country Cascais Email: cascais@fi neandcountry.com

6. Cannes, La Californie, France

7. Quinta Arroio, Algarve, Portugal

8. Sterkstroom, Eastern Cape, South Africa

9. New Golden Mile, Estepona, Spain

10. Golfe Juan, Cote d’Azur, France

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E Q U E S T R I A N P R O P E R T Y

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IN THE MEDIEVAL ENVIRONS OF THREEKINGHAM, HORSES ARE NOT OUT OF PLACE. MICHAELA WHITE EXPLORES A SUPERB EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY IN LINCOLNSHIRE.

SPLENDOUREQUESTRIAN

The village of Threekingham lies in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, a short hop south of Sleaford. Past the historic Three Kings Inn – a quintessential old English pub in traditional style – is the turn off that will take you one step closer to what could be home.

Cantering down a long driveway, secured by an electric gate with keypad, you will be fl anked by paddocks which lead to an ample parking area and courtyard with offi ce premises, three stables, a feed room, a tack room with shower and kitchen facilities and a double garage with adjoining high bay horse box or lorry storage.

The property that lies before you is Walnut House, a sympathetically restored and extended period home that provides fl exible family accommodation over two fl oors. The detached fi ve-bedroom house has retained many of the original sections as well as much of its character, beautifully enhanced by high quality fi ttings throughout.

There is an abundance of oak throughout the property from the oak skirting boards and solid oak fl ooring to internal doors and an attractive staircase spanning the two fl oors. A particular feature is the dining–kitchen area which incorporates an extensive range of units with an oil-fi red Aga cooker and exposed rafters to the ceiling. Incorporated within the kitchen is a walk–in storage area with an open Gothic entrance and feature windows.

The ground fl oor is dominated by living space and is bright and airy with an abundance of windows and a skylight. This fl oor comprises a vestibule, drawing room, reception room, sitting room, study, rear hall, kitchen and dining room, utility room, shower room and a conservatory, with Gothic style windows and a ceramic fl oor that overlooks the patio.

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There is a rear porch, providing a place of respite on those lazy summer evenings, along with the flagstone patio area and lawned garden with mature walnut trees and a vegetable patch.

The lounge is a cosy family haven, with an open brick fireplace and inset beam window to the rear aspect. French doors open into the conservatory. The sitting room is also a warm space, with dual aspect windows and another fireplace – stone this time –with an inset log burning stove. This is where the main staircase lands. A further log-burning stove can be found in the snug, set on a York stone hearth.

Upstairs are the bedrooms and two superb bathrooms including an en-suite to the master bedroom. This feature bathroom has a corner shower with mermaid panelling, a Jacuzzi, a pedestal basin and is mosaic-tiled. Just like this bathroom, every aspect of this property is superbly presented and finished to a high standard. A separate staircase leads to the final bedroom, which features French doors with a balconette overlooking the garden for Romeo and Juliet moments.

Beyond the main house are two outbuildings. One contains the heated tack room, while the other generously proportioned space houses the purpose built office spaces, a games or conference room and a host of first-rate equestrian facilities.

These include a 40 x 20 manège, two stables, a store room, feed room and boot room. Horses are not the only mode of transport here. There is a double and single garage with an additional open-fronted three bay car port. The property is situated in gardens and paddocks which extend to around 4.3 acres overall.

Your horses will thank you for this extensive acreage – as will your family. The fresh air, the greenery and the quaint village offer an idyllic lifestyle.

About the AreaFrom Peter Mills, Partner of Fine and Country Doncaster and North Nottinghamshire:

Threekingham is a small, rural Lincolnshire village surrounded by open countryside offering a wide range of country pursuits including fishing, shooting and riding. The village has a popular public house, The Three Kings, with a long history connecting it to King John, King Henry VIII and Dick Turpin. The Saxons and invading Danes fought a bloody battle nearby around 870AD, and the original St Peters church is believed to have been built by King Canute on the site of one of his battles.

Now a much more peaceful settlement, the village offers the commuter good road connections provided by the A52 and A15, which cross around a mile to the West. There is also an excellent main line rail connection from Grantham (12 miles) into London Kings Cross Station which takes from 65 minutes.

Walnut House,Water Lane,Threekingham, Sleaford,LincolnshireNG34 0PE

Offers over: £795,000Tel: 01302 591000

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A P E R I O D P R O P E R T Y T H A T M O R E T H A N M A K E S

T H E G R A D E

THERE ARE PERIOD HOMES AND THERE ARE PERIOD GEMS AND THIS SUBSTANTIAL FARM HOUSE WHICH IS SET IN SEMI RURAL SURROUNDINGS, BACKING ON TO THE GOLF COURSE, IS DEFINITELY WITHIN THE LATTER CATEGORY.

An impressive Grade II Listed farm house set in approximately 2.1 acres, the main house having over 4,900 sq. ft. of living accommodation with eight bedrooms, two primary reception rooms and an impressive open plan sitting / family room / kitchen. Whilst it is possible to imagine the Georgian and Victorian periods from the drawing room and study, when you step into the open plan family / kitchen area you are presented with a space that the most demanding 21st Century family would be happy to spend the majority of time in. Within the grounds are paddocks, formal walled gardens, an all year round tennis court, detached garage / workshop, games room, music room, garaging and a pond. EPC Exempt.

PROPERTY: Lee-on-the-Solent, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £2,000,000

Fine & Country Drayton [email protected] 023 93 277 277

LEE-ON-THE-SOLENT

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P R O P E R T Y F O C U S

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A TRULY SUBERB EXAMPLE OF AN EXTENSIVE DETACHED PROPERTY THAT NOW OFFERS CONTEMPORARY MODERN LIVING SET IN APPROXIMATLEY 7 ACRES OF FORMAL GARDENS AND PADDOCKS.

Harmsworth Farm has been extended and redesigned for the current owners to incorporate modern living with light, spacious and airy rooms, the 3,468 square foot of living accommodation is set over two primary floors with five bedrooms, each having en suite facilities, three receptions rooms and a 29ft kitchen/family room. Located on the outskirts of the village and set in grounds extending approximately 7 acres with extensive garaging and car parking facilities and outdoor swimming pool. EPC Rating: D.

PROPERTY: Curbridge, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,700,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

H I G H Q U A L I T Y L I V I N G I N A R U R A L L O C A T I O N

CURBRIDGE

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S T U N N I N G W I N G O F A F O R M E R G E O R G I A N

M A N S I O N

A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A WING OF A FORMER GEORGIAN MANSION JUST HALF A MILE FROM THE SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK.

An imposing character home built circa 1810, formerly part of an impressive Georgian mansion with ‘park like’ grounds extending approximately ½ an acre, magnificent reception area with striking staircase with lantern light. There are five double bedrooms, two with en suite facilities, two shower rooms, an orangery, kitchen/breakfast room, two impressive reception rooms and a utility room, set in a semi-rural setting, viewing is recommended. EPC Exempt.

PROPERTY: Blendworth, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,250,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

BLENDWORTH

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THIS SUBSTANTIAL EDWARDIAN HOME HAS BEEN PROFESSIONALLY UPDATED AND IMPROVED WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF ORIGINAL FEATURES AND WELL PROPORTIONED ROOMS. HOME AND INCOME POTENTIAL.

Hambledon House is an impressive link detached late Victorian early Edwardian villa which provides extensive accommodation with five bedrooms, two reception rooms, a 36ft bespoke design kitchen opening to an orangery, en suite bathroom, separate shower room and feature ‘Romanesque’ bathroom in the main building, with a three bedroom self-contained apartment in the lower ground floor. Having an established and good size garden, gated entrance and garaging, as well as being set just off the Victorian water front viewing is recommended. EPC Rating: E.

PROPERTY: Southsea, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,100,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

C L A S S I C A L A N D C O N T E M P O R A R Y S T Y L E

M I X E D P E R F E C T L Y

SOUTHSEA

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W O N D E R F U L H O M E W I T H H I S T O R I C A L P A S T

A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL AND UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A DETACHED PERIOD RESIDENCE LOCATED IN THE CENTRE OF FAREHAM.

Located in the centre of the conservation area of the historic market town of Fareham, ‘Bembridge House’ is a wonderful family home which offers a great deal of character reflecting its historic origins. This Victorian villa was built in the 1860’s and has been a residence for senior Army and Royal Naval officers. An impressive Victorian detached villa with over 5,200 sq. ft. of living accommodation including seven bedrooms, five of which have en suite facilities, five reception rooms, enclosed front and rear gardens, a driveway and garaging. EPC Rating: D.

PROPERTY: Fareham, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,000,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

FAREHAM

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THIS BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED HOME OFFERS A TOUCH OF LUXURY TO FAMILY LIFE AS WELL AS HAVING VIEWS FROM THE FRONT ACROSS PORTSMOUTH TOWARDS THE ISLE OF WIGHT.

This beautifully presented family home offers a touch of luxury to family life and an excellent place to entertain. With views from the front to the sea across Old Portsmouth and from the back across hills and farmland, you are perfectly positioned to relax after a long day at work, yet also close to motorway, train and even ferry links for commuting and pleasure. The house is large, very bright, and presented with an elegant, yet understated décor, so that you could quickly make your mark with a few well-chosen pieces and get on with enjoying living in this exceptional home. EPC: Rating E. PROPERTY: Cosham, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,000,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

P R O P E R T Y F O C U S

COSHAM

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A SUBSTANTIAL EDWARDIAN VILLA WITH OUTSTANDING VIEWS TOWARDS CANOE LAKE.

A substantial Edwardian Villa, which has undergone a 15 month restoration programme and has been exquisitely restored by an award winning master builder. Having a number of outstanding Edwardian features including high ceilings, spacious proportioned rooms and retaining its original elegance with a second staircase leading to all floors, probably used as the housekeeper’s/servants access to their quarters on the upper floor. The accommodation includes eight bedrooms, four reception rooms, cloakroom, orangery, an ‘L’ shaped kitchen/breakfast room, three bathrooms and basement/lower ground floor rooms including a sauna, gym, steam room and games/playroom. EPC Rating: D.

PROPERTY: Southsea, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,600,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 023 93 277 277

SOUTHSEA

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EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE AN HISTORIC MANOR HOUSE WHICH IS RECORDED AS ONE OF THE OLDEST HOUSES IN THE VILLAGE HAMLET OF OLD BEDHAMPTON.

An historic 16th Century Grade II Listed Manor House with five bedrooms and four loft rooms, five reception rooms and a one bedroom house keepers apartment. With extensive mature grounds extending approximately one acre and being close to good commutable road and rail links, however requiring some modernisation, early viewing is strongly recommended. EPC Rating: E.

PROPERTY: Old Bedhampton, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £850,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 487969

Y O U R C H A N C E T O B E L O R D A N D L A D Y O F

T H E M A N O R

OLD BEDHAMPTON

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F R O M T H E 1 4 0 0 ’ S

APLESS FARM RETAINS HISTORICAL CHARACTER AND IS SET IN A PEACEFUL IDYLLIC RURAL HAMLET WHERE DEVELOPMENT IS RARE.

‘Apless Farm’ is a superbly presented five bedroom detached home which offers 21st Century living yet dates back to the 1400’s. There are three reception rooms, a large hallway with a ‘Jesters’ balcony, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, boiler room, utility room and orangery on the ground floor with the master bedroom having an en suite shower room and large family bathroom as well as five bedrooms on the first floor. Set centrally on the plot with a gravel driveway and ground sourced heating system. An early internal viewing is strongly recommended. EPC Rating: F.

PROPERTY: Worlds End, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,000,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

WORLDS END

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A SUBSTANTIAL FAMILY HOME IN A DESIRIBLE LOCATION, PERFECT FOR ENJOYING TIME BY THE SEASIDE.

A substantial Edwardian family home with a wonderful welcoming atmosphere, located in an exclusive residential area of Southsea this impressive home provides over 3,900 sq. ft. of living accommodation with five bedrooms, two reception rooms, a fitted kitchen, lower ground floor, games/family areas, a feature bathroom, shower room and an en suite as well as off road car parking for approximately three cars. Viewing is strongly recommended. EPC Rating: D. PROPERTY: Southsea, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £925,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

P R O P E R T Y F O C U S

SOUTHSEA

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V I E W S

SET ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF THIS PICTURESQUE HAMPSHIRE VILLAGE, WOODLANDS IS THE PERFECT EQUESTRIAN HOME.

This equestrian home occupies approximately 3.5 acres nestling in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The extensive grounds include a stable block with holding paddock, additional post and rail paddocks, floodlit manège, kitchen garden, formal gardens and an enclosed swimming pool area with pool room, shower and changing facilities and plant room. The driveway leads to parking for a number of vehicles and a detached dwelling of over 3,000 sq. ft. with planning consent for a five bedroom, two bathroom, first floor extension if required. EPC Rating: E. PROPERTY: Hambledon, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,350,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

HAMBLEDON

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A N D O U T B U I L D I N G

HAMBLEDON

SITTING ON APPROXIMATELY 6.19 ACRES INCORPORATING WOODLAND, PADDOCKS AND FORMAL GARDENS.

This elevated detached home provides living space for all the family with four bedrooms and a potential one bedroom annexe, three reception rooms, an integral garage and kitchen/breakfast room. Within the grounds is a large detached building with a series of office/stores, kitchenette, wc, separate garage style store and extensive car parking facilities, served by two separate access gates and incorporating a paddock. This may prove an excellent purchase for those working from home or keeping the horses at home. EPC Rating: Main House: D and Annexe: E.

PROPERTY: Hambledon, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £1,250,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

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CATHERINGTON

DATING FROM THE LATE 1800’S THESE TWO FORMER FARM COTTAGES NOW HAVE A MODERN OPEN PLAN LAYOUT.

An outstanding character four bedroom cottage with three reception areas and a quality fitted kitchen, contemporary style family bathroom with en suite facilities, double garage, car parking and good size gardens, with a number of original features including wooden flooring, exposed beams, fire surrounds and the original lattice style windows. Early internal viewing is strongly recommended. EPC Rating: E. PROPERTY: Catherington, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £625,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

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H I L L T O P S E T T I N G W I T H S I M P L Y B R E A T H T A K I N G

V I E W S

COSHAM

AN INDIVIDUAL 1950’S BUILT DETACHED FAMILY RESIDENCE, WHICH IS SITUATED IN ONE OF THE CITY’S MOST POPULAR ELEVATED LOCATIONS, WITH OUTSTANDING SOUTHERLY FACING TERRACED GARDENS AND VIEWS TOWARDS LANGSTONE HARBOUR, HAYLING ISLAND, PORTSMOUTH, THE SOLENT AND THE ISLE OF WIGHT.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and comprises; hallway, drawing room, dining room, morning room, 23’ kitchen breakfast room, study, cloakroom, four bedrooms, the master and second bedrooms having en suite bathrooms, separate cloakroom and a large storage room in the roof space. Being located within easy commutable road and rail links to London Waterloo, Chichester, Portsmouth and Southampton. EPC Rating: E.

PROPERTY: Cosham, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £840,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

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A S L I C E O F H I S T O R Y I N T H E H E A R T O F

S O U T H S E A

SOUTHSEA

THIS INTERESTING, STYLISH AND UNIQUE HOME SITS PROUDLY BACK, SECLUDED BY TREES. A REAL HIDDEN GEM.

Grade II Listed Thomas Ellis Owen property located in the ‘Golden Triangle’ with easy access of highly regarded schools such as Portsmouth Grammar School, St John’s, Mayville and High School. Recently decorated throughout in a traditional yet light and airy style, this impressive four storey home benefits from four bedrooms, master with en suite, two reception rooms, galley style kitchen and utility room in the cellar. EPC Exempt. PROPERTY: Southsea, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £575,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

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A S T O N E S T H R O W F R O M P O R T C H E S T E R C A S T L E

PORTCHESTER

A DECEPTIVE WELL PRESENTED PROPERTY WITH CHARM PROVIDING FLEXIBLE ACCOMMODATION LOCATED CLOSE TO HISTORIC PORTCHESTER CASTLE.

An outstanding Grade II Listed family home, with four bedrooms and four reception rooms providing over 2,207 sq. ft. of living accommodation. With a feature vaulted ceiling in the kitchen and drawing room, as well as a mature, established garden extending over 110 ft, a number of original features and a cellar. Viewing is recommended. EPC Exempt.

PROPERTY: Portchester, HampshireGUIDE PRICE: £570,000

Fine & Country [email protected] 93 277 277

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A collection of golf properties for sale on some of the finest

golf courses in the world

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G O L F

PERFECTION

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GOLF IS ABOUT FAR MORE THANHITTING A BALL AROUND A COURSE,AS THE BEST GOLF RESORTS IN THE WORLD ARE AWARE. DANIEL PRICE EXPLORES PGA CATALUNYA RESORT, ARGUABLY ONE OF EUROPE’S FINEST

Golfers are always striving to do better and whether they admit it or not, the game of golf is all about reaching the ultimate goal: perfection. For some, it's as simple as obtaining the right equipment, whether it’s that new design of putter which will make the difference on the green, or the ball which will carry those few extra, precious yards. Fashion is taking on extra signifi cance, with professional players touting their own brands. Looking the partis almost as important as playing a round, with golfi ng attireoften the topic of conversation on the 19th hole. That beingsaid, what is the relevance of this, if the golf course and facilitiesdon’t match the components of the golf bag? Step forward PGA Catalunya Resort.

Located a mere 50 minute drive from the vibrant Catalan city of Barcelona and the delectable dining experiences of Girona, is PGA Catalunya Resort, a European Tour Destination belonging to the exclusive European Tour Properties network of world class golf venues. The destination’s two critically acclaimed golf courses, one of which is recognised as Spain’s Number 1 golf course by infl uential website Top100golfcourses.co.uk, were designed by European Tour stalwart Neil Coles MBE, and former Spanish Open winner, Ángel Gallardo, who is also Vice Chairman of The European Tour’s Board of Directors. Comprising outstanding practice facilities, a state-of-the-art clubhouse, luxury accommodation and two magnifi cent championship golf courses, PGA Catalunya boasts everything the discerning, modern day golfer could desire.

Further accolades, including the prestigious 2015 European Golf Resort of the Year, awarded by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, serve to highlight how all those involved with the resort are working hard to ensure that PGA Catalunya Resort continues to stand out from the crowd.

“I think what makes PGA Catalunya Resort different is that it successfully brings together all the elements required for a world-class golf and residential development,” says PGA Catalunya Resort’s Chief Executive Offi cer, Julio Delgado. “Very few golf resorts can offer two established European Tour quality golf courses.” Above all else, it's the two courses themselves, the Stadium Course and the Tour Course, that are the foundation of PGA Catalunya Resort. The venue’s Stadium Course was ranked 5th in Golf World magazine’s “Top 100 Courses in Continental Europe” and was the only course in Spain during 2014 to host a European Tour event: The Open de España.

ABOVE: The spectacular stadium

course at PGA Catalunya resort

FAR LEFT: A sculpture sits

in front of the Clubhouse

LEFT: The Clubhouse

RIGHT: The signature 13th

hole of the Stadium Course

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The acclaim that has been flowing the way of PGA Catalunya Resort, comes as recognition of the significant enhancements that have been made to the Stadium Course over the past 18 months, under the supervision of designers Coles Gallardo. “Having played the Stadium Course, the recent course changes have, in our opinion, further enhanced that playing experience,” comments Golf World Magazine Editor, Nick Wright, Changes on the course have included construction of seven new championship tees and the planting of 10 large cork trees to the right of the 18th fairway, which add definition and tighten the landing area. “Blend in the very obvious investment in off-course facilities and real estate and you have a world-class facility in stunning surroundings,” continues Wright.

The facilities and real estate on offer at PGA Catalunya Resort significantly add to the overall experience and when combined with the two championship courses, the result is a stunning venue for golf, relaxation, living and investment. The luxurious development features three residential areas, each designed with the surrounding landscape and natural features foremost in mind. Offering spectacular views of both courses, there are luxury villas, townhouses and apartments available to purchase for those seeking the quintessential Mediterranean lifestyle.

The exemplary facilities available at PGA Catalunya Resort come together with the courses, to create utopia for golf lovers. On-site accommodation affording great views over the golf course and the

facilities of the Resident’s Club provides further reason, should one be required, to extend a visit. The appealing menu at the Clubhouse Bistro ensures that appetising cuisine is available to suit every palate.

It’s vital that the facilities at a contemporary golf resort are not simply extensions to what is already available, but blend with it, to present one, absolute experience. The creation of the unique 2,000 square-metre chipping and putting green, the largest in Spain and the only one of its kind in Europe, is an example of how new facilities can enhance the golfing experience. “This new practice facility was a deciding factor in world-renowned putting and short game coach Dave Pelz’s decision in making the venue home to his first Spanish Golf School,” says Delgado. “In addition to a full-service Academy fitted with state-of-the-art teaching equipment, Ryder Cup star Sergio Garcia opened his first Junior Golf Academy at PGA Catalunya Resort in 2012.” This highlights how new facilities can enhance the golfing experience and why PGA Catalunya Resort continues to evolve their already impressive offering.

Turning thoughts towards the future, Delgado says, “Whilst we are proud of what we have achieved, we know we are just at the beginning of a very exciting journey, and look forward to many more milestones to come.” This is the essence of what makes PGA Catalunya Resort a thriving golf resort. An envious location close to the beaches of the Costa Brava, two stunning yet challenging golf courses, premium golfing facilities and a high quality of lifestyle blend seamlessly together to make PGA Catalunya Resort the best that Spain, and perhaps all of Europe, has to offer.

The focus and drive of all involved mean greater things are still to come. That thought alone, is enough to make PGA Catalunya Resort a regular destination for any aficionado, whatever their standing in the world of golf. “We are extremely proud of the recognition the venue has received in recent years,” says Delgado. “Of course, PGA Catalunya Resort has also been selected by The Royal Spanish Golf Federation to be its nominated venue as part of Spain’s bid to host The 2022 Ryder Cup.”

It is clear that in the pursuit of golfing perfection, PGA Catalunya Resort is making an impact. Spectacular courses, luxury residences, and remarkable facilities make this a golfing must.

For more information see www.pgacatalunya.comABOVE: The Bistrot Bar at PGA Catalunya Resort

ABOVE: The Resident's Club Pool at PGA Catalunmya Resort

G O L F

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IF LIVING IN A GOLFING PARADISE APPEALS, CONSIDER THESE PROPERTIES.

LA VINYA

Enveloped in the lush fairways of the Tour Course, La Vinya allows for self-build homes with optional turnkey villa designs. Twenty-two plots of land make up this exclusive neighbourhood of larger plots able to accommodate villas up to 400m2. This exclusive collection of single-family golf estate plots is beautifully showcased in the most coveted location within the resort. It is situated on a quiet streetin close proximity to the driving range and a quick walkto the clubhouse. The largest plots of more than 2,000m2,for villas of up to 400m2 are in La Vinya, alongside fairways 8 and 9 of the Tour Course.

Price from: €2,300,000

Fine & Country Golf121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 7AGTel: 020 7030 3590

LA BALCA SHOW VILLA

A bespoke design from Barcelona-based Lagula Architects, exclusively for PGA Catalunya Resort, this luxury villa will include a spacious living room, modern kitchen and utility room, four large bedrooms – two with en-suites – and a generous family bathroom. The modern design wraps around a sleek glass walkway that connects the building’s two main structures and draws in its lush pine forest surroundings.

Price from: €1,450,000

APARTMENTS

These popular properties are being added to PGA Catalunya Resort’s offering in response to demand from existing and prospective buyers. In a privileged setting in the heart of the resort, each apartment block houses eight spacious three-bedroom apartments, exclusively equipped and designed by prestigious Barcelona architects Damián and Francisco Ribas to allow unobstructed views of the magnifi cent landscape.

Price from (Block 5): €385,000

World-leading property development PGA Catalunya Resort has begun construction on three new product offerings for prospective buyers in response to demand; eight townhouses in the lakeside La Balca neighbourhood of the resort, the addition of more spacious apartments, and the stunning new Show Villas.

Each property is expertly conceived with arresting views of PGA Catalunya Resort’s dramatic mountainous and verdant surroundings. All embody the development’s distinctive contemporary style, with comfortable, modern living at the helmof their design, set amongst two of the world’s best golf courses.

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W A T E R S I D EP R O P E R T Y

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WATERSIDE Wow Factor

The

Maidstone, the county town of Kent, lies a mere 32 miles to the south east of London. The River Medway runs through the centre of the town linking Maidstone to Rochester and the Thames Estuary and paving the way for several exceptional waterfront properties. The historic town hosts some pretty spots, given the surrounding High Weald countryside.

On the south-westerly rural fringes of Maidstone sits a striking home, located within a picturesque valley, which is itself within a protected conservation area. It doesn’t get much more charming than this.

The property is a Grade II Listed former working watermill that is now a beautiful family home set in an idyllic position next to its own mill pond and stream. The working water wheel no longer operates the mill itself. Instead, it generates electricity that feeds into the national grid and provides a year–round income.

CLOSE TO MAIDSTONE IS A SOMEWHAT UNIQUE WATERSIDE PROPERTY. IT’S NOT COASTAL, NOR ON A RIVER, BUT INSTEAD, THE FORMER MILL BOASTS A MILL POND AND FUNCTIONAL WATER WHEEL. MICHAELA WHITE HEADS TO KENT.

Currently, the property is confi gured with six bedrooms and generous reception rooms. The fi ttings are modern, yet sympathetic to the original use of the mill. In several areas of the home, original elements of the mill’s machinery have been incorporated into the decorative fi nishes, resulting in a unique, and somewhat spectacular, character-fi lled home. Flagstone fl oors complement the white walls which incorporate timber beams from the old mill. The neutral colours ensure the character elements blend in, yet are feature items in their own right. Wherever you turn, you will be reminded of the history of the property, which now provides comfortable, convenient living, both indoors and out.

Externally, the property is simply stunning. The mill pond sits at the southerly aspect of the mill, with the cleverly positioned decking area providing the best views, although a row of dormer windows also overlook the water. The water wheel is fed by the mill pond via a controllable sluice. Once the water cascades over the wheel, it reforms into a stream, which elegantly divides the front garden before leaving the property to continue its meandering journey down the valley.

To the side of the mill pond is a large grass area and bank that forms the side of the valley. This area can be accessed from the rear of the detached garage block.

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The garaging itself is formed via two adjoining double width bays, both with powered doors, providing ample parking and storage.

Tastefully decked out, with high quality finishes, the former mill is exceptional. It provides serene living in a lush, waterside environment, yet it’s only a short drive to the conveniences of central Maidstone.

About the Areafrom Chris Doe, Branch Managing Partner of Fine and Country West Malling

This wonderful home is located in a stunning position within the picturesque Loose Valley conservation area, on the south east rural fringes of the county town of Maidstone. Maidstone itself continues to draw buyers from far and wide, no doubt attracted by its excellent amenities and superb transport links to the capital and the continent. Kent remains the country’s stronghold for grammar schools, four of which are found within the town itself. Private schools for young children through to secondary age are also available. This combination of factors has led to the Maidstone region consistently seeing above average increases in property values. This trend is set to continue throughout 2015 with demand already outstripping supply. Hayle Mill Road,Maidstone, KentPrice Range: £1,100,000 - £1,250,000Call : 01732 222272

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SHROPSHIREBishops Castle 01588 630070Bridgnorth 0800 0787 370Church Stretton 01694 722288Craven Arms 01588 672385Ludlow 01584 872153Whitchurch 01948 662281

SOUTH WALESCardiff 02920 730888Swansea 01792 367301

WARWICKSHIRERugby 01788 820062Leamington Spa 01926 455950 WEST MIDLANDSCoventry 02476 500015Solihull 0121 746 6400

WORCESTERSHIRECleobury Mortimer 0800 0787 370Kidderminster 0800 0787 370Stourport on Severn 0800 0787 370TenburyWells 0800 0787 370

LONDON & SOUTH EASTBERKSHIREAscot 01784 438951Reading 01189 668685 Windsor 01753 255555

BUCKINGHAMSHIREAylesbury 01296 394822Hazlemere 01494 711677Milton Keynes 01908 713253Princes Risborough 01844 343131

ESSEXBillericay 01277 654555Chelmsford 01245 257001Chigwell 020 8418 0018Colchester 01206 545476Dedham 01206 323375Epping 020 8418 0018Great Dunmow 01371 876501Loughton 020 8418 0018Ongar 01277 699043Saffron Walden 01799 522641Woodford Green 020 8418 0018 HAMPSHIREDrayton 023 93 277277Emsworth 01243 487969Fleet 01252 618150Southsea 023 93 277 288

HERTFORDSHIREBerkhamsted 01442 877627Bishop’s Stortford 01279 757500Brookmans Park 01707 662222Broxbourne/Hoddesdon 01992 449500Hitchin 01462 222555Radlett 01923 853366Redbourn 01582 793116Royston 0845 6032825St Albans 01727 852384Ware 01920 443898

ISLE OF WIGHTNewport 01983 520000

JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDSSt Helier 01534 707910 GUERNSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDSSt Peter Port 01481 711511

WORCESTERSHIRE

Cleobury Mortimer 0800 0787 370

Kidderminster 0800 0787 370

Stourport on Severn 0800 0787 370

TenburyWells 0800 0787 370

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directoryKENTBroadstairs 01227 479317Canterbury 01227 479317Dartford 01322 628267Deal 01227 479317Hartley 01474 700009Hythe 01227 479317Tenterden 01580 766388West Malling 01732 222272Whitstable 01227 479317

LONDONCoombe 020 3397 1199Fulham 020 7731 0220Mayfair 020 7079 1523Wanstead 020 8418 0018

MIDDLESEXTeddington 020 3397 1199Cockfosters 020 3819 7999

OXFORDSHIREAbingdon 01235 555557Bicester 01869 240075Botley 01865 790104Headington 01865 759550Witney 01993 772254

SURREYCheam 020 8770 3377Coulsdon 020 8660 6689Croydon 020 8668 3222Croydon – Land & New Homes 01883 653040Englefield Green 01784 438951Epsom 020 8652 2929Hampton Wick 020 3397 1199Kingswood 01737 361014Walton on Thames 01932 310321Woldingham 01883 653040

SUSSEXBrighton & Hove 01273 778844Burgess Hill 01444 480600Eastbourne 01323 726060Uckfield 01825 767575

NORTH WEST & NORTH WALESCHESHIREChester 01244 317833Crewe 01270 255396Knutsford 01565 621624Nantwich 01270 625410Northwich 01606 41318Tarporley 01829 731300

CUMBRIAAmbleside 015394 32220Carlisle 0845 872 5453Cockermouth 0845 872 5453Kendal 01539 733500Penrith 01768 869000Windermere 015394 47717 LANCASHIREBlackburn 01254 662223Bolton 01204 322800Lancaster 01524 380560Ramsbottom 01706 826754Whalley 01254 828922

MERSEYSIDELiverpool 0151 4332371Wirral 0151 3342200

NORTH WALESMenai Bridge 01248 711999

WEST COUNTRYBRISTOLBristol 0117 946 1946 CORNWALLBodmin 01208 76800Bude 01288 353661Launceston 01566 771919Newquay 01637 870414Padstow 01841 533386Rock 01208 869218Saltash 01752 850418

DEVONBarnstaple 01271 347861Bideford 01237 472344Braunton 01271 812263Budleigh Salterton 01395 444400Exeter 01392 349349Ilfracombe 01271 863091Ivybridge 01752 897909Lynton 01598 752527Plymouth 01752 663322South Molton 01769 575797Torbay 01803 898321Torrington 01805 624334

DORSETBournemouth 01202 555550Dorchester 01305 757300Wareham 01929 555300Weymouth 01305 835300

SOMERSETBath 01225 320032Dulverton 01398 324818Minehead 01643 700210Taunton 01823 423500Wellington 01823 653919Wiveliscombe 01984 624055

YORKSHIRE & NORTH EASTCOUNTY DURHAMDarlington 01325 488619Durham City 0191 384 2277Wynyard 01740 645444

DERBYSHIREBuxton 01298 23038Chesterfield 01246 208768

EAST YORKSHIREWillerby 01482 656789 NORTHUMBERLANDNewcastle upon Tyne 0845 4596000 NORTH YORKSHIREHarrogate 01423 720944Malton 01653 692500Pickering 01751 476900York 01904 697242 SOUTH YORKSHIREBarnsley 01226 729009Bawtry 01302 591000Rotherham 01709 366 708Sheffield 01226 370520 TYNE AND WEARSouth Shields 0191 427 4959 WEST YORKSHIREHuddersfield 01484 550620Leeds 0113 203 4939Wakefield 01924 234888

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